Author: Brett Molina / Source: USA TODAY
You may notice something unusual when you search for “vaccines” or “vaccinations” on Pinterest: no results.
The social media site has blocked all searches using terms related to vaccines or vaccinations as part of a plan to stop the spread of misinformation related to anti-vaxx posts.
When you attempt a search on “vaccination,” Pinterest instead shows a message reading: “Pins about this topic often violate our community guidelines, so we’re currently unable to show search results.”
Pinterest could not be immediately reached for comment. In a statement to CNBC, the social media platform said it was placing a ban on all vaccination searches until it can find a permanent solution.
“We want Pinterest to be an inspiring place for people, and there’s nothing inspiring about misinformation,” said a statement to CNBC from a Pinterest spokesperson. “That’s…
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